Automotive News & Information - D & E Service Center

If you're prepping to go on a road trip, you need to be sure that your vehicle is ready for the journey. An unmaintained vehicle could be the difference between a good trip and a trip that goes south really quickly. Here at D & E Service Center, we want to remind you of some things to do so you and your vehicle are ready for the road.

Your transmission’s shift points are exactly what you think they are - the points at which your transmission shifts. From the transmission experts at D & E Service Center in Andover, NJ, here’s what you need to know about them.

At D & E Service Center in Andover, transmissions are our game, and taking care of them is at the top of our list of priorities. Here are 5 things you can do to take care of your transmission, from the pros:

At D & E Service Center in Andover, NJ, we service all types of fleet vehicles and see many of the same problems come through the door again and again. Here are some easy early warning signs from our team here at D & E Service Center, that signal your fleet vehicles are in need of maintenance soon.

For the first several decades of automotive history, transmissions weren’t reliant on electronics for operation. Today, that simply isn’t the case. At D & E Service Center in Andover, NJ, we have the knowledge and equipment necessary to take care of even the most complex transmissions, no matter what type of car, truck, or SUV you drive.

“Valve body” is one of those nebulous car terms you hear all the time, but nobody seems to really know what it is. At D & E Service Center in Andover, NJ, we know exactly what a valve body is, what it does, and are well equipped to address any issues your valve body may be experiencing.

Unless you use your vehicle to tow every day for work, odds are you haven’t paid much attention to your truck, SUV, or crossover’s towing capacity. Maybe you’re looking to buy a boat for some summer fun or just need to rent a trailer to get your belongings from one dwelling to the next. Whatever the reason for pulling something behind your vehicle, it’s important to get a firm grasp on what exactly your towing capacity means. Understanding how each of the components in your vehicle contributes to your overall tow rating can keep you from putting undue stress on your rig and keep you and your family safe.

At D & E Service Center in Andover, NJ, we’re focused on keeping your car, truck, or SUV running well - but we’re here to keep it looking good too. Here’s some information on wheel sizing, to help you make sure your new wheels will fit your vehicle.